Prerequisites: The minimum age for the Level I course is 15. However, when conducting an archery class, those under the age of 18 are required to have an adult (18+) supervision.

Certification: National Archery Association – Level I. Valid for three years from date of issue.

Note: Full attendance and participation is required. There will be no evening class time for this course although coursework or homework may be assigned during this time. Please choose residential or commuter rate.

Canoe 2018

We offer canoe instructor training through the American Canoe Association: Level 1 Introduction to Canoeing Instructor Certification Workshop (ICW, ICE). Participants can choose to include a one day Introduction to Canoeing to help review paddle strokes before the intensive Instructor Workshop. This is strongly encouraged by the instructor.

Please note that all courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We strongly recommend that you bring a wetsuit. Lifeguard Certification is highly recommended for anyone teaching children on the water. Refer to American Camp Association Accreditation Standards for appropriate water sport training requirements.

To learn or review basic canoe strokes before moving into the instructor level course (includes Intro to Canoeing Skills Course on day 1.) This is strongly recommended for all students and especially for those with minimal paddling experience.

To certify an individual to teach the American Canoe Association Level 1 Introduction to Canoeing curriculum

Mike and his team at Adventure Mas are also available for building and inspections. Mike will also be at the exhibit hall at the ACA New England conference. Please contact us at [email protected] for details.

High Ropes Facilitator

Purpose: Learn facilitating techniques for various high elements and safety and rescue skills. Gain knowledge in risk and course management.

First Aid and CPR 2018

To certify people in basic level first aid, CPR and AED for adults, children and infants

To comply with ACA Standards.

Dates: June 16, 2018

Cost: $85

Certification: American Red Cross: Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED. Certification valid for 2 years.

Lifeguard 2018

American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module

Purpose: To be a trained waterfront lifeguard with rescue and first aid skills based on the American Red Cross Lifeguard Program (revised Feb 2017). Meets ACA Standards.

Dates: Waterfront Lifeguarding Course Date Options:

Option 1: Tuesday June 5th – Friday June 8th

Option 2: Saturday June 9th – Tuesday June 12th

Option 3: Thursday June 14th – Sunday June 17th

Please note that the Lifeguarding training is a full time commitment, including evening class time and coursework. The course hours are designed as a classroom style residential training. We will begin at 9am on the first day of class. We will aim to be finished by 6pm on the final day of class but this will remain at the discretion of the instructors.

Cost: $385

Prerequisites:

The minimum age is 15

Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes

Only participants who pass the practical pre-test will be allowed to continue the course.
Pre-test includes:

Swim 550 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. You may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles are allowed.

Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. You should place your hands under your armpits.

Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module. Includes First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Certifications valid for 2 years.

Comments: All aquatics courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We strongly recommend that you bring a wetsuit.

American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Waterfront Skills Review Course

Purpose: The Review course is designed to review the Lifeguarding skills and core knowledge points required to recertify in Waterfront Lifeguarding. Includes CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid skills. Meets ACA Standards.

Please note candidates in the review course are required to show current certification and are expected to arrive having reviewed the lifeguarding course manual and to be prepared for taking all written exams.

Cost: $130

Prerequisites:

Current Red Cross Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module/First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Note: If the Waterfront Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate is expired, participants must take the full Lifeguarding Course.

Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes

Only participants who pass the practical pre-test will be allowed to continue the course

Candidates are expected to arrive having reviewed the lifeguarding course manual and to be prepared for taking all written exams.

Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguarding with Waterfront Module. Includes First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Certifications valid for 2 years.

Comments: All aquatics courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We strongly recommend that you bring a wetsuit.

WSI 2018

Purpose: To train candidates in the American Red Cross Aquatics Program including teaching children and adults to swim, and giving water safety presentations to kids and their parents. Refer to American Camp Association Accreditation Standards for appropriate water sport training requirements.

Dates:

Saturday June 9th starting at 9am – Wednesday June 13th finishing by 6pm

Please note that the WSI training is a full-time commitment for the five day training. This includes morning, afternoon and evening classes and coursework. Students will need to have online access prior to arriving at the training to pre-register with the Red Cross. Some reading or course work may also be assigned in the few weeks prior to the training. We will aim to be finished by 6pm on the final day of class but this will remain at the discretion of the instructors.

Cost: $415

Prerequisites:

The minimum age is 16

Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes

Only participants who pass the swimming pre-test (at the beginning of course) will be allowed to continue.

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in all strokes (minimum Level 4) and basic water rescue skills.

Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

Comments: Please note that all aquatics courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. Expect to be in the lake multiple hours each day. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We require that you bring a wetsuit. Lifeguard Certification is highly recommended for anyone teaching children on the water.

Windsurfing 2018

Instructor: Michael Gerstner – Gone with the Wind

Please note that these courses are physically demanding and occur in a fresh water lake. The temperatures in June can be extremely cold. We strongly recommend that you bring a wetsuit. Lifeguard Certification is highly recommended for anyone teaching children on the water. Refer to American Camp Association Accreditation Standards for appropriate water sport training requirements.

Windsurfing Instructor Workshop with Intro to Windsurfing

Prerequisites:

Minimum Age 17

Excellent physical condition and strong swimming strokes

Completion of swimming pretest

Purpose: Review and practice of windsurfing skills, and care and knowledge of equipment. To learn teaching progression and strategies. To focus on safety including a risk management plan. Offers practice teaching opportunities.

Please note that Day 1 includes review and practice time for windsurfing skills and equipment care. Days 2 and 3 are identical in content to our second windsurf instructor course.